2025 UAID Case Study Competition

Individual Competitors

  • Sneha Kannan is a Master of Public Health candidate at Tulane University’s School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, specializing in International Health and Sustainable Development. With a background in dentistry and clinical research, she is dedicated to bridging clinical expertise with public health practice to promote equitable health outcomes. As a Trauma Research Assistant at University Medical Centre New Orleans, she contributes to projects focused on trauma outcomes, injury prevention, and health disparities in emergency care, particularly within underserved populations. Sneha is participating in the UAID Health Equity Case Study Competition to apply her research skills and global health perspective toward developing data-driven, community-based solutions that advance health equity.

  • Nyah Joudeh is a senior at Harvard studying Neuroscience with a secondary in Global Health and Health Policy and a citation in Spanish. Her work centers on early childhood development and global health. She conducts fNIRS research in the Nelson Lab at Boston Children’s Hospital and is carrying out an independent project focused on pediatric surgical access in conflict zones.

    On campus, she leads backpacking trips for the First-Year Outdoor Program, serves as President of Christian Impact, chairs the Harvard World Pre-Health Conference, and acts as the advocacy lead for Harvard Women in Medicine. Originally from South Carolina, she cares deeply about health equity, community-grounded care, and building a medical career shaped by service. In her hometown, she has been involved at Southside Medical Center and Pelham Medical Center, where she works closely with patients and families.

  • Sabrina Mousum is a Ph.D. student in Health Education and Promotion and a Graduate Research Assistant in the Department of Health Science at The University of Alabama, where she is also pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Measurement and Psychometrics. Her research focuses on health equity, chronic respiratory diseases, and the application of psychometric and behavioral theory frameworks to improve population health outcomes. She has worked extensively on projects examining vaccine hesitancy, asthma self-management, and environmental health disparities in underserved communities. Through her work, Sabrina aims to advance evidence-based and community-driven interventions that promote equitable health outcomes across the rural South.

  • Noah Baltrushes began his career as a mathematics teacher in underserved Bay Area schools before pursuing medicine at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine, where he is an M.D. candidate with a Designated Emphasis in Medical Spanish. His research and leadership center on community-based participatory approaches to mental health and environmental justice, including promotora-led initiatives at the Coachella Valley Free Clinic and studies addressing disparities in depression treatment and immigrant health. As a new father and advocate for equitable care, Noah is dedicated to bridging clinical practice, policy, and community engagement in alignment with UCR’s mission to serve underserved populations.

  • Arnaaz is a public health enthusiast, an avid reader, and a clinical dentist by training. Her interests center on public health advocacy, health equity, and research. She is passionate about volunteering with healthcare-related initiatives and promoting health literacy. Her professional experience also spans mental health, gender, and healthcare justice.

    Through her participation in the UAID case study competition, Arnaaz hopes to share her ideas and make her voice heard. She aspires to create meaningful change and collaborate with a platform that aligns with her vision.


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Team Competitors

  • Chloe Garrett is a community-centered public health student specializing in maternal and child health, with experience in program coordination, health education, and nonprofit development. She has led initiatives focused on nutrition, environmental education, and arts access, including managing school garden programs and facilitating grant-writing workshops for rural organizations. Chloe’s background includes international service-learning in Belize, research on recycling infrastructure and health outcomes in Blue Zones, and leadership roles in hunger relief and Latin American health advocacy. She brings a strong foundation in qualitative research, cross-sector collaboration, and culturally responsive outreach to every project she undertakes. Chloe is competing in the UAID Health Equity Case Study Competition to explore innovative, community-driven environmental justice solutions that address health inequities.

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  • Hadil Alsaidi is a Human Biology major and Public Health minor at Hunter College, following the pre-PA track. Her interest in public health and equity began with the realization that access to healthcare and opportunity varies greatly by geography. This awareness inspired her to become not just a student, but also an advocate, educator, and organizer. As a Kodely Leader, she has worked with children to inspire curiosity and confidence through hands-on STEM education. Her experiences with programs such as Taste of Safety, UAID, and the Heart-to-Heart initiative at Weill Cornell have deepened her commitment to addressing health disparities from both clinical and community perspectives. Hadil strives to connect science, storytelling, and community empowerment to help create a fairer, healthier world for future generations.

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  • Dory is a freshman at Vanderbilt University from Irvine, California, majoring in Medicine, Health, and Society on the pre-med track. She has conducted research on pulmonary arterial hypertension in pediatric patients at Stanford University and presented at poster symposiums on topics like healthcare disparities and disease prevention. In her free time, she enjoys running, learning languages, watching Netflix, and trying out new restaurants with her family and friends. She joined the UAID Case Study Competition because she was interested in researching the intersection between environmental factors and health inequities with a team of like-minded peers


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  • Alyamama Alsaydi is a freshman at Hunter College and a Yalow Scholar on the pre-health track. She is passionate about addressing the health impacts of environmental issues such as carbon emissions, particularly in vulnerable communities, including those affected by industrial activity in New York. Participating in this competition provides her with an opportunity to analyze real-world data, think critically, and develop strategies that drive meaningful change. With prior experience in volunteer work, published research, and leading a medical club during high school, Alyamama is eager to collaborate with her peers, learn from professionals, and contribute to advancing health equity through informed, practical solutions.

  • Ali is an undergraduate sophomore at Vanderbilt University studying Computer Science and Medicine Health and Society competing to garner a broader understanding of the underlying factors which contribute to broader patterns in health inequity.

  • Bria Woodard is a first-year student in the accelerated Master of Public Health program at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Her interests include health equity, immunology, and community health. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Howard University in May 2025. Outside the classroom, Bria enjoys relaxing by the pool, baking new recipes, and finding creative ways to make science more accessible to the community.

  • Rithika Chowdhury is a junior at Hunter College majoring in Biological Sciences on the Pre-PA track. Her passion for public health and equity stems from a strong desire to give back to her community. Through her work with multiple non-profit organizations, she has explored the structural and administrative needs required to support underserved populations. Rithika has studied a range of environmental and social issues, including housing instability, wastewater management, and air and noise pollution, recognizing their effects on both physical and mental health. She aims to continue researching how environmental factors influence overall well-being and to advocate for socio-political changes that promote a more equitable and sustainable society.

  • Karina Roberts is studying biochemistry and chemical biology on the pre-health track. She has earned her certified nurse aide and patient care technician certification, and is passionate about health equity and public health. Within UAID, she is a member of the community project team and research team. She is participating in this case competition to gain experience collaborating to solve health inequities.

  • Falasha Mahadevia is a first-year Master of Public Health student at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, enrolled in the accelerated track. She is passionate about integrating public health and clinical medicine to address health disparities and support underserved populations. Falasha earned her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Kent State University in May 2025. In her free time, she enjoys staying active, exploring new foods, and reading.

  • Preethi Vennela Royuru is a public health professional engaged in reproductive rights and health research, teaching biostatistics, and conducting clinical research within the Department of Surgery. She also serves as a Public Health Ambassador, leading student engagement, outreach, and coordination of initiatives that promote academic excellence and community connection. Her academic and professional work focuses on reproductive health, health equity, and sustainable community development. She has contributed to multiple interdisciplinary research initiatives addressing reproductive rights, trauma outcomes, and population health. Preethi is deeply interested in the intersection of climate and health—an area of growing global urgency. She is participating in the UAID Health Equity Case Study Competition to advance innovative, community-centered, and data-driven approaches that reduce health disparities and strengthen resilience among vulnerable populations worldwide.

  • Haleigh Kampman, MPH, is a public health researcher and health equity advocate working at a safety-net hospital to help clinicians and researchers implement practical, evidence-based solutions that improve care for underserved patient populations. Her research examines social determinants of health such as food insecurity and housing instability, mental health, substance use, and electronic health tools that improve patient care. She brings expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods supporting initiatives like tobacco cessation and systems change for mental health promotion. Her work is dedicated to advancing equitable, patient-centered healthcare.

  • Felix Lou is a Vanderbilt sophomore majoring in Medicine Health and Society and Asian American Studies. He is passionate about using research to uncover the mechanisms that maintain health inequities and has presented at Harvard and Vanderbilt. He has joined UAID’s case competition to share with and learn from other UAID chapters about how to best serve underserved communities.